WELCOME to the June 2013 edition of the Diggers Rest Community Newsletter. Walkers wanted! WHAT’S INSIDE: 2 Services Would you like to be more active and meet some new people? In need of some extra motivation? The Heart Foundation runs free walking groups in Your area – it‟s a great way to have fun and look after your health. Beginners are welcome. Heart Foundation Walking is funded nationally by the Medibank Community Fund and the Australian Government. It is also funded by the QLD Government to get more Queenslanders active and the ACT Government through ACT Health. 5 Programs/Activities 8 Community Information 9 Community Groups/Clubs For more information contact Leanne Christie, Active Communities Officer, Melton City Council ph: (03) 9747 7236 Learn how to cook healthy low cost meals For more information please refer to page 5 of this newsletter. Melton City Council Melton Civic Centre 232 High Street Melton VIC 3337 Caroline Springs Civic Centre 193 – 201 Caroline Springs Bvd Caroline Springs VIC 3023 P: 9747 7200 W: www.melton.vic.gov.au Page 2 of 12 Services 2014 Kindergarten Enrolment Applications 2014 Kindergarten applications are currently available and being accepted. Enrolment applications packages are available to access via the below avenues. Melton City Council Civic Centres at Melton and Caroline Springs Kindergartens Maternal & Child Health Centres Occasional Care & Toy Library Centres Early Childhood Intervention Service Melton City Council home webpage Applications can be lodged in person at Civic Centre venues, online or mailed to PO Box 21 Melton 3337. Complete application forms along with all supporting documentation should be lodged as soon as possible, to increase the likelihood of securing a place at the Kindergarten of preference. Diggers Rest Kindergarten currently has vacancies available for the 2013 Kindergarten year For more information contact Melton City Council Kindergarten Enrolment Officer on 9747-7200 What is on at your local library Spanish Movie Morning – with English subtitles Tuesday 2 July @ 10am. Contact the library mid June for further details. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information contact the Caroline Springs Library on: 9747 5300 Seniors Movie Morning Wednesday 24 July @ 10.45am Contact the library early July for further detail Light refreshments will be provided. For more information contact the Caroline Springs Library on: 9747 5300 Page 3 of 12 Home Library Service Did you know that the Melton City Council offers a free home library service to eligible residents who are unable to visit the library due to ill health, frailty, disability or are full time carers? Library staff selects material according to your interest and the items are then delivered to your home on a regular basis by volunteers. Home Library Service members have full access to the library‟s collections. If you are interested in receiving the Home Library Service or know someone who would benefit from this service, For more information contact Anne at the Caroline Springs Library on 9747 5300 or email: [email protected] Community Care and Inclusion Services A range of services are provided to residents of the City of Melton who have a disability or are older adults and their carers. These services are: Access for All Abilities Assists local sports and recreational clubs to provide access opportunities for all abilities Community Transport Assist people who are unable to use mainstream transport to access council services Volunteer Transport Provides transport for eligible residents to access hospital and other medical appointments Home Based Services Provides Home Care, Respite, Personal Care and Property Maintenance to eligible residents Planned Activity Groups Provides centre based and community based activities to maintain and enhance the well being of frail and older adults. Melton Seniors Community Centre Located at 1 McKenzie Street, Melton Combined Pensioners Association and Melton Seniors Citizens Club provides recreational and leisure activities for older adults. Hall available for hire on weekends. Melton Senior Citizens 9743 3727 open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 1pm- 3pm. Activities include carpet bowls, cards, billiards, bingo and bus trips. Bingo Monday, Wednesday evenings at 7pm. For more information contact the Service Access Officer on 9747 7320 Melton Lifestyles Walking Group Another ‘Ageing Well in Melton’ supported activity Come along and join this fantastic group! Where: Various locations around Melton When: Every Thursday morning Time: 9.15am for a 9.30am start Duration: Estimated walk duration 45 minutes Contact: For more information contact Walk Leader – Rod Stephens 9743-5882 Enjoy the walk then stay for a free tea or coffee afterwards Page 4 of 12 Disability and Aged Services in the City of Melton Guide A guide to Disability and Aged Services in the City of Melton is available from the Diggers Rest Family Services Centre Plumpton Road, Diggers Rest telephone: 9740-0817. The guide provides a useful resource for people with a disability, older people, their families and Careers living in the City of Melton and has been developed through the Metro Access Program. Mothers Network Meetings Our gold coin donation “drop in and have a cuppa” groups are available every week at the following locations: We’d love you to join us! Caroline Springs Springside Community Centre 22-55 Becca Way Monday 1pm – 3pm Sunbury Sunbury Neighbourhood House 531 Elizabeth Drive, Sunbury Friday 9.30 – 11.30am Kid Fit Program (13 sessions) Caroline Springs Leisure Centre, 9-19 The Parade, Caroline Springs Tuesday – 9.30, 10.30 & 11.30am Wednesday -9.30 & 10.30am Friday – 9am (2-5s), 10.00, 11.00am & 12noon (under 2s) Melton Recreation Centre, Coburns Road, Melton Monday – 9.30 and 10.30am Thursday – 9.30 (under 2s) and 10.30am (2-5s) Mothers Network Laughs Galore Come along and laugh with us we meet on Wednesdays 9.30 – 12.00pm at 38 Westwood Drive, Deer Park (Ask about the special entry price for MN Member. For more information on any of the session times contact Deborah on 0412 360 398 Family Services Family Services Duty Workers offer information, referrals, counselling assessments, limited financial assessments, and support to those who live, work or study in the City of Melton are available at the following locations and times: Caroline Springs Library/Civic Centre and Melton Civic Centre: Wednesdays between 9.30am and 3.30pm Springside Children’s & Community Hub (Becca Way, Caroline Springs): Mondays between 9.30 am and 2.30pm -. Services provided: Welfare casework and advocacy Assistance in dealing with larger organisations such as utility companies or Centrelink Information and referral to other organisations Liaison with other Council Services For more information contact Customer Services on: 9747 7200 Page 5 of 12 Maternal Child Health Services Diggers Rest Maternal and Child Health Service operates on Wednesdays and alternate Thursdays. The service caters for families with children aged between 0 - 6 years and is free. For more information contact the appointment secretary on: 9747 7287. Programs and Activities Six in Six Cooking Program Learn how to cook healthy low cost meals What is Six in Six? Six in Six is a group cooking program that aims to increase knowledge and confidence about preparing healthy meals on a budget through offering support with basic cooking skills. The program costs $3 per person per session and runs once a week for 6 weeks. *To be eligible to participate in the Six in Six programs, you must be: a resident of the City of Melton, aged 18 and over and not currently working full time For more information contact: Kate Addy on 9747 5437 or Venita Mackinnon on 9747 7127 or email [email protected] Kinda Kinder Is a free program aimed at children aged between 0-6 years old, designed to enhance your child‟s learning and development of literacy, numeracy and socialising skills through play and fun activities. The playgroup is led by Victoria University students undertaking the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood/Primary) with the support of Primary Schools and Local Government. Venue: When: Time: Diggers Rest Primary School, Plumpton Road, Diggers Rest Tuesdays 9am - 10am For more information contact Natalie on 9919 2037 or email: [email protected] Page 6 of 12 Little Diggers Playgroup Everyone Welcome This playgroup is for children aged 0-5 and their parents/carers. The play group is free and is run by Lisa Giggins at the Diggers Rest Primary School, activities include craft and play. When: Mondays 9am-11am Where: Diggers Rest Primary School, Plumpton Road, Diggers Rest For more information contact: Lisa on 9740-1391 Melton Men’s Shed The Melton Men‟s Shed is a place for men to come together to capture and share their skills and experiences. It‟s a place to work on projects that benefit the local community and to promote men's health and wellbeing. AT THE SHED WE RUN: Woodworking Restoration Information on Men‟s Health Gardening Cooking Or just a chance to yarn with other men. For more information contact Melton Men‟s Shed on 9971 5106 Hatha Yoga Hatha yoga is an integrated system that combines gentle yoga postures, conscious breathing techniques and relaxation, connecting you to a feeling of inner wellbeing with improved health and energy in your life. Where: When: Cost: Diggers Rest Kindergarten Plumpton Road Diggers Rest Mondays 9.30am – 10.30am $48.00 for 8 weeks We need to fulfil the required number of students for classes to commence. For more information contact Paula on 9740 0817 Page 7 of 12 Tai Chi for Arthritis Join Fred Davies as he takes you through the Tai Chi for Arthritis Program When: Tueday 1.00pm – 2,.15pm Where: DJ Cunningham Centre, 29-41 Exford Road Melton South Cost: $2.00 Another „Ageing well in Melton‟ activity For more information contact Fred on 9746 1247 Get Activated Come along and get active with the children with a range of sporting opportunities. Come and try your hand at Basketball, table tennis, soccer plus much more. Great way to keep the kids busy these holidays When: Where: Time: Wednesday 10 July, 2013 Melton Indoor Recreation Centre, Coburns Rd 10am – 12pm For Preschool – 12 years of age For more information contact: Margaret Zerafa (Sports Program Officer) Tel: 9747 5356 Kidz Unplugged Kidz Unplugged is a Uniting Care Music Program that incorporates social and developmental activities for parents with their children aged 0 to 5 yrs of age. Movement to music, dance, singing and instrument play provide a fun and exciting environment for children to explore as well as develop confidence and positive self- esteem. Parent participation enables mums and dads to incorporate these activities into their play and daily routines. Sessions run on Tuesday mornings at the St Andrew‟s Uniting Church in Sunbury: Session 1 – 9.15am to 10.00am Session 2 – 10.15am to 11.00am Session 3 11.15am to 12.00pm All sessions are followed by morning tea. Program fees do apply and booking is required. For more information contact Uniting Care, Kirsten on 0417408099 Page 8 of 12 6801 Youth Outreach Program Did you know that Melton City Council Youth Services offers an after hours support service? It is for young people, parents and community members in the Melton City 6801 operates every Friday and Saturday night from 6:00pm - 12:00 midnight. Young people can access information and support on a range of issues by contacting Youth Outreach Workers. Are you a young person experiencing difficulties in any area of your life? Are you looking for information about local Service Providers? Are you feeling unsafe whilst out and about in the Diggers Rest Area on the weekends? If you are, give us a call on 9743 6801 Community information Opening of Melton Library and Learning Hub The state of the art Melton Library and Learning Hub is open for business! The Five Star Green Star building is a people-friendly community hub that caters for everyone. The library and learning hub is an airy, light-filled space spread over two levels and is more than four times bigger than the old library. It boasts an impressive suite of services, programs and facilities available in the community, including thirty public access PC‟s available, eleven meeting spaces that can be booked for various activities plus Maternal and Child Health services will also offer their services from two consultation rooms . You will be able to grab a book, something to eat or drink and enjoy some quiet time. The Melton Library and Learning Hub is located at 31 McKenzie Street, melton. There‟s on-site parking, bicyle racks as well as being situated close to public transport . Opening hours are from 9am on weekdays, with extended opening hours until 8.30pm Monday – Thursday. Saturday hours have also been extended until 4pm. To find out more about the Melton Library and Learning Hub, visit www.melton.vic.gov.au/library Artists The Caroline Springs Gallery at Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub is now accepting applications from young, emerging, community and professional artists for the second half of 2013. No commissions are taken by Caroline Springs Gallery. For more information contact: the Arts & Culture Officer on 9747 7200 or email: [email protected] Page 9 of 12 Djerriwarrh Employment and Education Services Inc. Djerriwarrh Employment and Education Services established in 1989, is a not for profit organisation and leading provider of community services to the residents of Melton, Caroline Springs, Sunshine, St Albans, Sunbury and surrounding areas. Djerriwarrh is a unique organisation that delivers accredited training and personalised service in a relaxed, friendly environment, with a community minded focus. Djerriwarrh works effectively at all levels in the community, and has strong relationships with various departments across local, state and federal government, schools, community groups and local committees. Djerriwarrh has a strong committment to youth and provides a vital link between schools and the community. Supporting disengaged young people into sustainable pathways through education, training and employment across the Melton and Brimbank areas. Djerriwarrh delivers a diverse range of programs and courses which include: Adult, Community and Further Education (ACFE) Australian Apprenticeships Access Program Djerriwarrh Community House Fee for Service Training Language, Literacy & Numeracy Program (LLNP) Securing Jobs for Your Future: Skills for Victoria Youth Guarantee VET in Schools Victorian Accredited Drink Driver Education Program Courses offered in Sunbury and Melton branches: 239 Station Road Melton 3337 Phone: (03) 8746 1000 Fax: (03) 8746 1050 Community Notice Board The new Community Notice Board positioned on Cradle Road (next door to chemist) in Diggers Rest is available for community notices. For more information contact Rox 9740 0817 or email [email protected] Page 10 of 12 COMMUNITY GROUPS AND CLUBS Diggers Rest Community Web Links (DiggersRest.com) is now in its 11th year online. During this time it has managed to develop a very strong community following. We value the support offered by those who subscribe to our email updates via the mail list. Your individual feedback is always appreciated and we look toward an exciting future for everyone in Diggers Rest. http://www.diggersrest.com Diggers Rest Facebook Page Join the growing number of residents who “Like” the Diggers Rest Community Facebook page. Stay up to date with all the latest news and views in Diggers Rest. We look forward to reading your comments and keeping you in the loop via the Diggers Rest Community Facebook page. www.facebook.com/diggersrest Diggers Rest Residents Association Inc (DRRA) Township residents who want to be involved in making things happen in their community are invited to become members of the DRRA. The DRRA vision is to build a better community; to provide a forum for members to raise issues; and to focus interest on these issues within the township. Meetings are held at the Diggers Rest Family Services Centre on the first Wednesday of the each month - 7 to 8 pm approx. All residents with the postcode 3427 are welcome to join our association. For more information contact the DRRA on 0402 779 928 or write to PO Box 106, Diggers Rest. Diggers Rest Directions (DRD) The D.R.D Inc. has been formed at a time we believe our suburb to be at the threshold of significant development. We invite all residents and ratepayers of the postcode 3427 to come along to our meetings. The DRD‟s objectives are to foster harmonious relationships working with local government and regulatory bodies and to advance key issues for the betterment and benefit of the wider Diggers Rest Community. Meetings are held at the Old School House, first Tuesday of the month, commence 7.30pm For more information contact Charles Watson on 9740 1230 or write to PO Box 14 Diggers Rest 3427. Diggers Rest Burras Walking Club Club Description: Exercise in a safe environment for all community members. Don‟t forget to bring a drink bottle. Club Location: Diggers Rest Burras Sports Club, Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve, Diggers Rest Club Contact: Diggers Rest Burras Walking Group, on 0401 664 568 Page 11 of 12 Diggers Garden Group Club Description: The group shares gardening Ideas, tips and information. Club Location: Diggers Rest Bowling Club, Calder Highway Diggers Rest (Melway Ref 352 C6) Club Contact: Kathleen Telephone: 9740 1951 Diggers Rest Bowling Club Inc. Club Description: Provides Bowling Club, Darts and Pool Teams. Club Location: Stan Payne Reserve, Old Calder Highway, Diggers Rest Club Contact: Ernie Nolan, Mobile: 0409 863 433, Phone: 9744 3930, E-mail: [email protected] Diggers Rest Bulla Village Cricket Club Club Description: Providing cricket for juniors to seniors. Club Location: Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve, Plumpton Road, Diggers Rest Club Contact: Melissa Sharp, Mobile: 0418 202 639, Email: [email protected] Diggers Rest Auskick Club Description: Auskick is for boys and girls aged from 5-12 years Club Location: Auskick runs from April to August each year on a Saturday morning from 9am – 10.30am at Diggers Rest Football Ground on Oval 2. Club Contact: Paul Davis 0400320456 or visit the Auskick website at www.aflauskick.com.au. For more details Lions Club of Diggers Rest Club Description: Community services – Charitable Organisation Club Location: Old Diggers Rest School House, Old Clader Hwy, Diggers Rest Club Contact: Charlie Watson, Mobile: 0419 883 461 – P.O Box 34 Diggers Rest, Vic, 3427 Diggers Rest Football and Netball Club Club Description: Fielding of three football teams (under 18, reserves and seniors) and three netball teams in Riddell District Football League competition. Club Location: Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve, Plumpton Road, Diggers Rest Club Contact: Secretary Bob Ryan, mobile: 0412 814 280 Email: [email protected] Web: www.drfc.com.au Other Contacts: Bob Ryan – [email protected] Emma Cheyne – [email protected] Page 12 of 12 1st Diggers Rest Scouts Group Group Description: Cub & Scout Sections in Diggers Rest. Scouting provides our youth with adventure, excitement and a sense of personal Club Location: Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve - Tennis Pavilion, Plumpton Road Club Contact: Central Scouts Officer, Mary Stanek, Ph.8379 6222 or email: [email protected] Diggers Rest Tennis Club Club Description: The Diggers Rest Tennis Club offers tennis competition and coaching Club Location: Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve, Plumpton Road, Diggers Rest Club Contact: Mara Cassar, PO Box 180, Diggers Rest 3427, Ph.: 9740 1334 or Email: [email protected] Diggers Rest Junior Football Inc. Club Description: Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve. Provision of junior football - Auskick, U10, U12, U14, U16. A fun environment to play Aussie Rules Club Location: Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve, Plumpton Road, Diggers Rest Club Contact: Merran Goforth, Mobile: 0438 731 360, Email: [email protected],au Website: www.drjfc.com.au Church Services The Gateway Church meets every Sunday at the Diggers Rest Family Centre. Sunday Service is at 10.00am. They have a Ladies Group, Men‟s Group and a Children‟s Ministry. For more information contact Ps Geoff Farmer on 9740 6696 or 0414397862 If you would like your Club or Group included on this listing or would like to update your information, please contact Rox on 9740 0817 or email: [email protected]
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